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Scott Steinberg

May 4, 2018
Q: If a client, colleague, or business partner is sick, do I still have to shake hands with them? Dear Hands On, Greeting others with a firm grip is often one of the first connections (both figuratively and literally) that you’ll make on the job. It’s also seen by many...

March 21, 2018
Q: We all have weaknesses—how much should you acknowledge and apologize for them with your manager, and how much should you try to fix them on your own? Dear Working Hard, You don’t need your boss’s blessing to go out and hone your talents and insights in areas where you’re...

February 8, 2018
Q: Should you accept a cup of coffee or water at a job interview? Dear Parched Job Applicant: Don’t be afraid to drink the Kool-Aid (read: double shot of espresso): It’s 110% OK to accept a cup of Joe at a job interview when it’s offered. Not only will it...